San Juan National Forest, CO
Travel Guide
Visit San Juan National Forest
Where to stay in San Juan National Forest
Columbine Lake
While Columbine Lake might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.
San Juan River Village
If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.
Lake Hatcher Park
While there might not be top attractions in Lake Hatcher Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Twin Creek Village
Though Twin Creek Village might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts.
Pagosa Highlands
While there might not be top attractions in Pagosa Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.
Apple Orchard Inn
warm welcome homely feel doesn't scream corporate at all ,always felt like second home ,Quiet stay comfortable stay
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
Beautiful Rental Just North of Durango
Creek 15 min to Purgatory Garage Parking
This property was a small apartment connected to the family house in a "barndominiam." We met our hosts, Brittany and Kelly. They were gracious and warm and said they were avaliable if we needed anything, but they left us alone to enjoy our stay. The apartment had its own private garage and separate ...
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025
WYLD Glass Caves Durango
Such a great feel to the place, cute and modern. Loved the robes in addition to walking across the street to the hot springs. Would have like at least a microwave to heat up left overs!
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025
Beautiful Rental Just North of Durango
Creek 15 min to Purgatory Garage Parking
This property was a small apartment connected to the family house in a "barndominiam." We met our hosts, Brittany and Kelly. They were gracious and warm and said they were avaliable if we needed anything, but they left us alone to enjoy our stay. The apartment had its own private garage and separate ...
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025
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Popular places to visit
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Vallecito Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vallecito Lake during your travels in Bayfield. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Island Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Island Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.
Ice Lakes Trail
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ice Lakes Trail, a lovely green space in Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.
Molas Pass
Explore the lovely green spaces of Molas Pass and enjoy the ski slopes in Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
